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Pope out of bed, progress ‘normal’, doctors say
Part of Leo's right lung was removed, and biopsy results are still pending.
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Eyes on the chapel: Black smoke again as conclave fails to elect new pope
Cardinals tasked with choosing a new pope have begun a second day of voting inside.
'A fair bit of division': What NZ Catholics want from the next Pope
NZ Catholics hope the next Pope continues Francis’ focus on unity and minorities.
'Most open election': Religious expert predicts close but swift conclave
The 133 cardinals will debate issues such as divorce, clergy abuse, and LGBTQ+ topics.
Smoke emerges from Vatican after cardinals enter conclave to elect new pope
Black smoke, signifying no pope, has emerged from the Sistine Chapel in the first decision of the conclave to elect a new pope.
Watch: Smoke from Vatican after Cardinals enter conclave to elect new pope
The conclave includes 133 electors from 70 countries, reflecting diverse views.
Voting under way for new pope and labour market remains in sorry state | NZ Herald News Update
Voting under way for new pope, high demand for New Zealand red meat and the labour market remains in sorry state.
Women release pink smoke near Vatican to demand voice in Church leadership
'You cannot keep ignoring 50% of the Catholic population'.
Closed doors, white smoke: Papal conclave set to begin
Voting set to start, requiring a two-thirds majority for a new pope.
Simon Wilson: Pope Francis, Trump and the Aussie election - the lessons for Luxon
Opinion: Just because clowns are running America doesn't mean we need them here too.
Conclave: The world's most secretive voting process
Michael Morrah explains what's happening inside Rome's Sistine Chapel. Video / Corey Fleming
'Love, care and closeness': Pope's popemobile transformed into clinic
Pope Francis donated a popemobile for a children's clinic in Gaza.
Scandals, sniping and 'church speak': Tensions rise ahead of papal conclave
Three days before the largest papal conclave ever, campaigns and intrigues are swirling.
Trump posts spoof picture of himself dressed as Pope
The US President joked about being the next Pope before the conclave on May 7.
US conservatives push for hard-right papal candidate
Washington Post: Some conservatives hope for a traditionalist successor to Pope Francis.
Listen: Luxon blames ‘assumptions’ for FamilyBoost scheme shortfall
Luxon is returning from an overseas trip, which included attending the Pope's funeral.
Vancouver Tragedy, Pope Election Begins, NZ Schools' New Learning Mandate | NZ Herald News Update
Vancouver mourns after a deadly festival tragedy, the Vatican prepares to elect a new Pope, and not all principals are convinced by the Government's teaching mandates.
'St Peter's was packed': NZ's only cardinal reflects on attending Pope's funeral
Cardinal John Dew felt privileged to attend Pope Francis' funeral.
'Very productive': Trump meets with Zelenskyy in Rome
It is the first time the pair has met in person since their clash in February.
Pope Francis' funeral mass in St Peter's Square
Pope Francis is farewelled at a funeral ceremony in the Vatican's St Peter's Square. Video / AFP
Pope Francis, the unlikely movie star: Six films show his cinematic appeal
New York Times: On screen, he was seen as a character both admired and controversial.
250,000 pay respects to Pope Francis as world leaders gather
Strict security measures are in place as heads of nations arrive for Francis' funeral.
Pope Francis' funeral: All you need to know as thousands gather to mourn
Between 200,000 and 500,000 mourners are expected at Pope Francis' funeral today.